A/S Specialist

Mesa County • Grand Junction, CO

14h • $22 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Performs the duties of all areas of the Animal Services operation within the Animal Services Shelter Facility.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Active Colorado Driver's License

Nice To Haves

• Training and / or experience in animal control, animal sheltering, customer service or other experience working with animals preferred.
• Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job.

Responsibilities

• Assist with requests for assistance necessary to insure compliance with Colorado and Mesa County animal regulations and laws.
• May include observation and documentation of evidence to assist Animal Services Officers as necessary to address illegal activities regarding animal control, public health and public safety.
• Performs duties to include the collection, entry, management and auditing of data, cashiering, filing, dispatching, answering telephones, assisting the public, maintenance and cleaning of the facility or as assigned by the Animal Services Manager.
• May investigate reports of possible disease transmission among animals or animals to humans and initiate necessary actions within the Animal Services Facility.
• May investigate, providing proper documentation, to testify in court for citations written and issued.
• Performs humane euthanasia according to established training protocols.
• Assists and advises the public as they adopt, redeem, and/or release animals. Completes necessary paperwork.
• Helps citizens' problem solve animal control issues and complaints in a proactive, professional fashion.
• Includes frequent handling, moving, and transporting of animals, behavioral and physical assessment of animals and oversight of adoption, transfer and foster programs.
• Provides direct monitoring of the impound status and maintains the body condition of the animals held at the Animal Services Facility.
• Completes janitorial and light maintenance within the building and on the grounds of Animal Services; monitors and requisitions animal/janitorial supplies used with the center.
• Cleans and sanitizes animal holding areas and facility areas on a daily or as needed basis.
• Feed, water, and provide ongoing evaluations of animal health according to their needs. Provides preventative maintenance as required.
• May oversee volunteer, community service individuals.
• May include serving as public relations person to educate the community regarding Animal Services functions and importance of being responsible pet owners. This could include education in schools and community organizations, public events and television programs as assigned by the Animal Services Manager.
• Present Humane Education class as assigned by Animal Services Manager
• Prepare, package, label, and transport rabies testing samples as assigned by Animal Services Manager
• Oral and written communications must be clear and effective.
• Works as a member of a team of professionals that fosters a safe and positive environment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Animal Services Manager.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement
• Paid Sick Leave & Vacation Leave
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees